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Seven-time F1 champion Lewis Hamilton has unveiled a new non-alcoholic drink called 'Almave,' inspired by tequila but without the alcohol, launching in the US with select international availability from 2024. There are two variants: 'Almave Ambar' for sipping and 'Almave Blanco' for mixing. Hamilton's collaboration with Iván and Casa Lumbre aims to provide an authentic non-alcoholic blue agave experience, maintaining tequila-making traditions.
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European countries are defying a court ruling that permitted Nikita Mazepin to restart his international racing career despite the Russian driver's claims. Mazepin, who was released by Haas in early 2022 due to the Ukraine-Russia conflict and subsequent sanctions, managed to overturn the travel restrictions through the European Court of Justice. However, the issue persists as not all European Union nations are complying with the interim measures, limiting his ability to compete.
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Kimi Raikkonen, having retired from F1 in 2021, has taken on the role of chief performance advisor for Zeekr, a Chinese electric car brand. He will contribute his racing expertise to enhance the Zeekr 001 FR model, with plans to engage with his Chinese fans during the car's launch event in Beijing. To support his son's karting career, Raikkonen and his family relocated to Como, Italy, and purchased two properties, 'Il Torchio' farmhouse and a city apartment.
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Max Verstappen might have won the US Grand Prix, but he was not a popular winner. The Texas air reverberated with a chorus of boos as he ascended to the top step of the podium, and these boos grew even louder as he was presented with his trophy. What led to this negative reaction toward Verstappen? Who were the individuals expressing their disapproval, and is booing considered acceptable in Formula 1? Join Kym Illman as he answers these questions.
Every season, two FP1 sessions must be completed by a rookie driver. In Mexico, junior driver Frederik Vesti will be driving the W14. The 21-year-old, who got his first taste of F1 machinery in the end-of-season young driver test in Abu Dhabi last year, will participate in the opening 60-minute session of the weekend at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez. Fred, along with the Team, explains why these rookie sessions are so important and what preparation is required.